SCHALLER / 12360200

GTM Powered by KTS CH features a Schaller bridge and KTS titanium saddles.

■Titanium, an element with atomic number 22, the symbol Ti, is a relatively new metal for mankind■
Titanium is a metal with excellent properties such as being strong, rust-proof, and light.
Titanium, which has many advantages, is an expensive metal that requires large-scale equipment and is difficult to produce and process. It cannot be used in large quantities. It was initially used for military use, aircraft, and submarines because of its heat resistance that allows it to maintain its strength even at high temperatures.
■Features of titanium bridge saddles■
Equipped with KTS bridge saddles, which were manufactured using unique metal processing technology with a focus on these properties!
In terms of acoustic properties, numerous benefits have been proven, such as vibration stability and long sustain.
Improved damping of string vibrations, which is the fate of stringed instruments. The reverberation time is longer and vibration stability is also improved.
For each string, the reverberation time is improved by 12% to 20% for the fundamental wave, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th harmonics.
As the frequency increases, the sound pressure level gradually decreases, the bass range of the sound generated expands, and the sound becomes more solid. As a result, the overall sustain increases. *KTS: Acoustic analysis results by the Japan Acoustics Laboratory.

In addition, compared to conventional saddles made of iron, brass, zinc alloy, etc., it boasts outstanding strength and abrasion resistance, so even after years of intense playing, the string grooves wear less, and the occurrence of sound blockage, string breakage, and winding loosening is reduced.

With the KTS titanium saddle, the Schaller bridge has taken another step forward.

[Stud pitch 74.5mm Stud 7.1mm, Weight 53g (70g with accessories)]

* This Schaller GTM Bridge can be installed without processing on USA Gibson Les Paul, which is a bolt type that is directly driven into the body.